Geriatric Emergency Management- Registered Nurse- Emergency Department

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our work led by the Organizational Development and Diversity Department on our Leading edge Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar and our innovative Health Equity Certificate programs. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023! Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description:

Geriatric Emergency Management (GEM) Registered Nurse

Reporting to the Program Director of Emergency Care and the department manager, the GEM Registered Nurse (RN) will focus on comprehensive assessment, screening, monitoring and evaluation of treatment plans for complex elderly clients in the Emergency Department to achieve the main goals of GEM including but not limited to; Facilitating effective, appropriate, and safe discharge of elderly clients from Emergency Department with the referrals to necessary community partners; reducing Emergency Department recidivism and unnecessary hospital admissions, and identifying staff needs and educate/improve awareness and care for geriatric syndromes. The GEM RN will also be responsible for providing leadership and enhancing professional practice, including the development of policies and standards of care; providing consultation services to clients, nurses and other team members; promoting and facilitating research and academic activity; developing resources materials; providing supervision to students and leading program development in enhancing geriatric care for the corporation. The GEM RN will work collaboratively with other GEM nurses, community service providers, and long-term care homes to build capacity in delivering effective emergency services to the elderly clients.

Required Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Member of the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario.
• Certificate in Gerontology Nursing or willingness to complete within 2 years
• CPR at Basic Cardiac Life Support level
• Minimum 3 years clinical experience in geriatrics, and experience in emergency services is an asset
• Excellent communication, negotiation, teaching and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with clients, families and all levels of staff and the community
• Strong research knowledge and skills with the ability to foster same in others, and commitment to enhancing academic endeavours/involvement for self and staff
• Demonstrated pattern of good attendance and work record
• Exposure to Lean principles, an understanding of methodologies and tools and a commitment to the use of these in support of providing the best healthcare experience possible to our patients
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective professional practice leadership.
• Knowledge of College of Nursing of Ontario standards of practice and standards of practice in area of specialty
• Exposure to Lean principles, an understanding of methodologies and tools and a commitment to the use of these in support of providing the best healthcare experience possible to our patients
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters in Nursing

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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